ISF Football World Cup to kick off next week, tickets now available

The International School Sport Federation (ISF) Football World Cup 2026 is slated to take place in Suzhou from Oct. 17 to 26.

The tournament is the world's highest-level, largest, most discussed and most influential football event for secondary school students. This year, 52 teams from over 30 countries and regions in Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas will compete in Suzhou.

The matches will take place on 17 pitches across the city, including two at Suzhou Sports Center, nine at Taihu Football Center and six on school campuses. All venues have been upgraded to meet international competition standards.

The opening ceremony and opening match will be held at the stadium of Suzhou Sports Center on Oct. 18. You can scan one of the codes below to buy tickets.